Job Description

Salary: Grade 2 A - B 24,798 - 25,127

Contract type Permanent , 52 weeks per year

37.5 hours per week, 06:45 to 14:15 Monday to Friday

The Role

The purpose of this role is to contribute to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and security of the school grounds and buildings, including tasks like litter removal, minor repairs, security checks, moving furniture, setting up for events, and ensuring the overall upkeep of the school site, under the supervision of the Site Manager. The ideal candidate will enjoy being active, work well in a team or autonomously, be prepared to be flexible, versatile and have a keen eye for high standards. To have a proactive approach to keeping the buildings and grounds in excellent condition. A friendly demeanour is essential.

The Candidate

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Site Assistant to ensure the smooth day-to-day running, safety, and maintenance of our school site.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily site operations including security, unlocking/locking, and porterage Reactive and planned maintenance, minor repairs, and decorating Health & safety checks and compliance reporting Liaising with contractors, cleaning staff, and external users of the site Grounds and facilities upkeep, including litter control and equipment maintenance Supporting school events and external bookings (occasional evening/weekend work) Overseeing school minibus checks and site stock/inventory First aid and customer support (training provided)
You'll need good communication skills, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to keeping our school safe, clean, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. Basic maintenance knowledge and awareness of health and safety practices are essential.

Our School

Bohunt Farnborough continues to go from strength to strength. In 2025, our GCSE results improved once again, continuing a trend of record-breaking outcomes year after year. In 2024, we were proud to be recognised as one of the top 5% most improved schools in the country--a testament to the dedication of our staff, the resilience of our students, and the unwavering support of our families. This momentum was further acknowledged during an Ofsted pilot visit in July, where inspectors praised the rapid progress of the school under their new framework.

As part of the Bohunt Education Trust, our vision is clear: the highest expectations, an ethos of 'enjoy, respect, achieve', unparalleled opportunity, and highly effective teaching combine to develop students who are true game-changers. We are committed to nurturing young people who are not only academically successful but also confident, compassionate, and ready to shape the world around them.

At Bohunt Farnborough, we understand that every student is unique. That's why we offer bespoke guidance to help each individual discover future pathways--even those they may not yet have imagined. Our curriculum is designed to inspire, challenge, and enrich, while our culture of kindness and hard work ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We Offer

A culture of bespoke professional development from our own leadership academy Robust focus on staff wellbeing The opportunity to make a difference Dedicated co-planning time during the school day to support your workload Happy and enthusiastic students who want to learn The benefit of being part of a multi-academy trust offering collaboration, support of experienced colleagues across our schools and greater opportunities for career progression
We would welcome an application from you if you feel that you are the reliable and proactive colleague we are seeking.

Closing date: 9am on 20th October. We expect interviews to be held on Friday 24th October. We reserve the right to interview earlier for the right candidate.

Applications

An application form can be found on our website: https://www.bohuntfarnborough.com/staff/vacancies/

Emailed applications can be sent to recruitment@bohuntfarnborough.com

Applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school's policies and procedures. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role. The school will request references before interview and carry out social media checks.

Appointments will be made subject to pre employment checks, receipt of satisfactory references enhanced DBS check including online/social media checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,798.00-25,127.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/10/2025